Sharp rise in eating disorders among young women
Influencers and diet trends put young women under massive pressure. The turn of the year is considered particularly risky because many people change their eating habits.
News from Saxony
Poll: AfD loses, but remains strongest force in Saxony
The AfD is losing support in a recent poll, but remains the strongest party in Saxony with 35%. The CDU is catching up slightly.
Disruption on the railroad line between Leipzig and Dresden
There will be considerable disruption on the line between Leipzig and Dresden on Tuesday morning. Long-distance trains are particularly affected.
Sick to work? The body suffers for weeks
Quickly into the office even though you have a cold? A new study by Chemnitz University of Technology shows: Those who work sick pay a high price. The exhaustion lasts for weeks and the body needs much longer to recover than expected. Researchers warn of a dangerous spiral.
In the event of a court ruling: East German commissioner for AfD ban application
The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution has classified the AfD as right-wing extremist. The party is appealing against this. If the lawsuit fails, the Commissioner for Eastern Europe has clear expectations of the federal states.
How well do you really know the Grimm fairy tales?
Mirror, mirror in the hand - or was it different? A linguist at Chemnitz University of Technology is investigating how well we still know the famous sayings from Grimm's fairy tales. Anyone can take part in a ten-minute survey. The results will be presented to the public.
Power failure in Görlitz
The power went out in several streets in the center of Görlitz on Monday evening. The cause is still unclear.
Arts and crafts largely satisfied with Christmas business
The artisans in the Erzgebirge are enjoying good sales before Christmas, but are facing challenges. They are already working on new products that will soon be presented internationally.
On Baumgart's birthday: Union beat Aue in XXL test
1. FC Union Berlin wins 2-1 in 120 minutes against third division side Erzgebirge Aue, with a former international making his debut on the touchline.
Schäfer rules out winter changes for Schlager and Gulacsi
The contracts of Xaver Schlager and goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi expire at Bundesliga club Leipzig in the summer. Sporting director Schäfer talks about changes in the winter and a deadline.
Tarnat relies on Aue's potential - advisors offer players
Michael Tarnat sees great potential in third-division soccer club Erzgebirge Aue. When it became clear that the ex-national team player would be the new sporting director, there were a few calls.
Ballrooms in the north wing of the Residenzschloss completed
Restoration work on the Dresden Residenzschloss has been underway for 40 years. An intermediate stage has been reached.
Lowering blood sugar halves the risk of heart attack in prediabetes
More than one in five adults has elevated blood sugar levels. A new study by TU Dresden and King's College London now shows how important it is to normalize them. Those who bring their blood sugar back to normal levels halve their risk of serious heart disease. The research questions previous assumptions in preventive medicine.
Medical studies in Hungary - application for 40 places underway
The model project offers high school graduates without a place at university in Germany the chance to study medicine in Hungary - and then work as a family doctor in Saxony.
Leipzig is looking for outdoor pool staff for the summer
The city of Leipzig is looking for new employees for the coming outdoor pool season. Whether at the cash desk, as a pool attendant or as a lifeguard - there are many opportunities for a summer job.
New Year's Eve in Leipzig: 20-year-old loses his eyesight
Shortly after midnight, an unknown person throws pyrotechnics into a group of people in Leipzig. With serious consequences for a young man.
Chemnitz local transport model to be further expanded
The Chemnitz model links the city with the surrounding area by rail. There are connections to Burgstädt, Mittweida, Hainichen, Aue and Stollberg. Another section will soon be built.
International Ouédraogo once again an option in the RB squad
Ouédraogo is back in full training with RB Leipzig. The 19-year-old is therefore about to make his return to the Bundesliga squad. Another international is working on his comeback.
President of the state parliament spreads confidence for 2026
Confidence is the key word in the New Year's address by the President of the Saxon State Parliament. The Free State does not have its best days behind it.
All-clear for Brazil nut fans
Brazil nuts are considered to be selenium bombs, but they also contain radioactive radium. Researchers from Dresden have now measured for the first time how much of it actually ends up in our bodies. The results reassure nut fans.
Major cleaning on the Königstein - exhibition advertises with discount
The permanent exhibition at Königstein Fortress will be closed in January due to major cleaning. During this time, visitors can experience the mountain fortress at a reduced entrance fee.
Niners Chemnitz concede home defeat
Chemnitz fails to get the new year off to a good start. Against Vechta, a weak defensive performance after the break proved to be their undoing.
Quartet in individual RB training in Portugal
RB Leipzig will have to make do without a quartet in team training in the Algarve. Knee problems and ankle complaints prevented them from playing.
Intoxicated novice driver caught drifting
A 19-year-old novice driver attracts the attention of the police while drifting in a parking lot. Alcohol and drug tests also produce conspicuous results.
Syntainics MBC loses East derby against Jena
The Weißenfels Bundesliga basketball team misses the turnaround at the start of the year. Things looked good for a long time in the home game against Jena, but they failed to score in the final quarter.
Syntainics MBC loses East derby against Jena
The Weißenfels Bundesliga basketball team misses the turnaround at the start of the year. Things looked good for a long time in the home game against Jena, but they failed to score in the final quarter.
Thüringer HC wins top game in Bensheim
The Thuringian handball players set a strong example at the start of the year in the Bundesliga. After trailing at the break, they deserved to win at second-placed Bensheim.
RB Leipzig and Kevin Kampl terminate contract
Kevin Kampl wants to spend more time with his family. However, his departure from RB Leipzig should not automatically mean the end of his career.
Jens Baxmann becomes sports director of the Dresdner Eislöwen
The former ice hockey professional takes over the sporting management of the newly promoted DEL team Dresden. Jens Baxmann succeeds Matthias Roos.